Melanie Jean Baird passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, May 22, 2022.&nbsp; She was 79 years of age.&nbsp; Melanie was born in Winfield, March 24, 1943, the first child of John Paul Thompson and Jean Maxine Maddox Thompson. Melanie was a strong-willed person. She survived Polio as a young child as well as numerous emotional and financial setbacks during her life. She always rebounded as a stronger person and was an inspiration to her family and friends.

Melanie graduated from Winfield High School in 1962. She married Charles Richard ‘Dick’ Baird, the son of Thomas O. and Laverne Brown Baird in Newton, Kansas on January 24, 1969.&nbsp; She and Dick moved to Cross Hill South Carolina shortly thereafter. Their son Brian Richard Baird was born in nearby Greenwood, South Carolina on November 12, 1975.&nbsp; Dick died July 19, 2013, in Greenwood.&nbsp; Melanie and Brian returned to Newton, Kansas in 1986.

Melanie worked for One Call Concepts in Wichita, retiring after more than 20 years of service.&nbsp; She was much loved by her co-workers who enjoyed her infectious laughter and sense of humor.&nbsp; Melanie was an avid reader all her life; She always had a book by her side. Animals were a large part of Melanie’s life, and she always had a dog or cat as a pet.

Melanie was a long-time member of Immanuel Baptist Church of Newton and was a Sunday School class teacher and past treasurer of the church. Melanie was a participating teacher in Newton’s weekday Bible school program for several years and many young children heard their first Bible stories from her.

Melanie was preceded in death by her parents, and an infant brother, James Woodbridge Thompson. Her son Brian (Briana Barkley) and grandson, Caselon John Baird, of Newton survive.&nbsp; Melanie is also survived by a sister, Terrill Lynne Thompson Morton (Roger) and several nieces and nephews.

Melanie Jean Baird passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, May 22, 2022.&nbsp; She was 79 years of age.&nbsp; Melanie was born in Winfield, March 24, 1943, the first child of John Paul Thompson and Jean Maxine Maddox Thompson. Melanie was a strong-willed person. She survived Polio as a young child as well as numerous emotional and financial setbacks during her life. She always rebounded as a stronger person and was an inspiration to her family and friends.Melanie graduated from Winfield High School in 1962. She married Charles Richard ‘Dick’ Baird, the son of Thomas O. and Laverne Brown Baird in Newton, Kansas on January 24, 1969.&nbsp; She and Dick moved to Cross Hill South Carolina shortly thereafter. Their son Brian Richard Baird was born in nearby Greenwood, South Carolina on November 12, 1975.&nbsp; Dick died July 19, 2013, in Greenwood.&nbsp; Melanie and Brian returned to Newton, Kansas in 1986.Melanie worked for One Call Concepts in Wichita, retiring after more than 20 years of service.&nbsp; She was much loved by her co-workers who enjoyed her infectious laughter and sense of humor.&nbsp; Melanie was an avid reader all her life; She always had a book by her side. Animals were a large part of Melanie’s life, and she always had a dog or cat as a pet.Melanie was a long-time member of Immanuel Baptist Church of Newton and was a Sunday School class teacher and past treasurer of the church. Melanie was a participating teacher in Newton’s weekday Bible school program for several years and many young children heard their first Bible stories from her.Melanie was preceded in death by her parents, and an infant brother, James Woodbridge Thompson. Her son Brian (Briana Barkley) and grandson, Caselon John Baird, of Newton survive.&nbsp; Melanie is also survived by a sister, Terrill Lynne Thompson Morton (Roger) and several nieces and nephews.Funeral Service is pending

Melanie Jean Baird |1943-2022|  

Gary Lee “Charlie” Melander, 83, of Assaria, died Saturday, May 21, 2022.  Charlie was the son of Emmet P. and Opal (Major) Melander and was born in Salina on March 30, 1939.     

He is survived by his wife: Kathy; son: Brent Melander (Melanie) of Assaria; daughter: Mandy Stephenson (Casey) of Assaria; brother: Olaf Melander (Sara Jo) of Leawood; sister: Patricia Melander of Assaria; grandchildren: Cody Melander (Kaleigh), Carley Melander, Katie Stephenson, and Morgan Stephenson; great grandchildren: Sadie and Jack Melander; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members and special friends, Steve Caselman and Sam Siegrist.  Charlie was preceded in death by his parents.

Charlie graduated from Assaria High School in 1957 and Wichita State University.  Charlie married Kathy McKim on June 2, 1973 in Salina. 

He taught American History at Salina High School and Salina Central High School for 13 years.  He was a supervisor for the Saline County Conservation District, served on the Saline County Planning and Zoning Commission and was a member of the Board of Education for Southeast of Saline.  Charlie was a lifelong farmer in Saline County.  He was a steward of the land, believing it’s our duty to conserve and protect our natural resources for future generations.  He spent many years working with The Land Institute on furthering sustainable agriculture.  He was an avid hunter and fisherman, but family time was his favorite.  He enjoyed harvest and meals served in the field from the “chuck wagon”.  The family has enjoyed many evenings at the campground that Charlie discovered by the river, sharing stories and roasting marsh mellows.  Christmas was a special time at the Melander’s, Santa always made an appearance and a meal with all the Swedish family favorites.    

Cremation has been selected.  Memorial services will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, May 26th at Assaria Lutheran Church, 124 W 1st St, Assaria, with Pastor Dean Apel officiating.  

The family would especially like to thank the staff at Riverview Estates for their compassionate care and support.

Gary Lee “Charlie” Melander, 83, of Assaria, died Saturday, May 21, 2022. Charlie was the son of Emmet P. and Opal (Major) Melander and was born in Salina on March 30, 1939. He is survived by his wife: Kathy; son: Brent Melander (Melanie) of Assaria; daughter: Mandy Stephenson (Casey) of Assaria; brother: Olaf Melander (Sara Jo) of Leawood; sister: Patricia Melander of Assaria; grandchildren: Cody Melander (Kaleigh), Carley Melander, Katie Stephenson, and Morgan Stephenson; great grandchildren: Sadie and Jack Melander; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members and special friends, Steve Caselman and Sam Siegrist. Charlie was preceded in death by his parents.Charlie graduated from Assaria High School in 1957 and Wichita State University. Charlie married Kathy McKim on June 2, 1973 in Salina. He taught American History at Salina High School and Salina Central High School for 13 years. He was a supervisor for the Saline County Conservation District, served on the Saline County Planning and Zoning Commission and was a member of the Board of Education for Southeast of Saline. Charlie was a lifelong farmer in Saline County. He was a steward of the land, believing it’s our duty to conserve and protect our natural resources for future generations. He spent many years working with The Land Institute on furthering sustainable agriculture. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, but family time was his favorite. He enjoyed harvest and meals served in the field from the “chuck wagon”. The family has enjoyed many evenings at the campground that Charlie discovered by the river, sharing stories and roasting marsh mellows. Christmas was a special time at the Melander’s, Santa always made an appearance and a meal with all the Swedish family favorites. Cremation has been selected. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, May 26th at Assaria Lutheran Church, 124 W 1st St, Assaria, with Pastor Dean Apel officiating. The family would especially like to thank the staff at Riverview Estates for their compassionate care and support.

Gary Lee “Charlie” Melander |1939-2022|  

Jerry Don Brasuel, Sr., 75, of Lindsborg died Friday, May 20, 2022 at Bethany Home of Lindsborg.  Jerry was born May 24, 1946 in Lubbock, TX to the late Troy and the late Janice (Hickman) Brasuel.  

Jerry was the husband of the late Anita (Cline) Brasuel.  Jerry attended the Assembly of God Church, and he worked as a structural iron worker.

He is survived by his son: Jerry D. Brasuel, Jr. of Great Bend; sister: Janet Brock of Grand Junction, CO; brother: Michael Brasuel (Rebecca) of Marble Falls, TX;  daughter-in-law: Minnette Brasuel; as well as his grandchildren.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; wife: Anita; and son: Brent Brasuel.

Cremation has been chosen and burial services will be held at a later date in Marble Falls, TX.

Jerry Don Brasuel, Sr., 75, of Lindsborg died Friday, May 20, 2022 at Bethany Home of Lindsborg. Jerry was born May 24, 1946 in Lubbock, TX to the late Troy and the late Janice (Hickman) Brasuel. Jerry was the husband of the late Anita (Cline) Brasuel. Jerry attended the Assembly of God Church, and he worked as a structural iron worker.He is survived by his son: Jerry D. Brasuel, Jr. of Great Bend; sister: Janet Brock of Grand Junction, CO; brother: Michael Brasuel (Rebecca) of Marble Falls, TX; daughter-in-law: Minnette Brasuel; as well as his grandchildren.Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; wife: Anita; and son: Brent Brasuel.Cremation has been chosen and burial services will be held at a later date in Marble Falls, TX.

Jerry Don Brasuel, Sr. |1946-2022|  

Mildred June Griffin, 91, passed away May 19, in Bedford, Texas.&nbsp; She was born to Amos Robert and Hazel Nadine ( French) Jantz on April 5, 1931, in Montezuma, and was a long-time resident of Hutchinson, ( 1942-2007).&nbsp; She married John Ollie Griffin on August 7, 1954.&nbsp; he preceded her in death.

Mildred was a registered nurse for more than four decades, serving first at Grace Hospital in Hutchinson, then with Hutchinson Hospital.&nbsp; She bore five children, two of whom preceded her in death, Stuart Allen Griffin and Beverly Dawn Weesner.

Surviving are Robert Bruce ( Nancy Jane) Griffin of Florida, Patricia Louise Kelly of Colorado, and Elaine Rene ( David) Plybon of Texas, along with grandchildren Valarie ( Tom) Wise of California, Justin Deckness of Kansas, Eric Kelly of Missouri, Cassondra Plybon, Rene Griffin, Trevor Plybon, Anthony (Victoria) Griffin, and Nathan Griffin, all of Texas, and siblings, Myrna Moore, Juanita Carmichael, both of Kansas, and Marvin Jantz of Colorado.&nbsp; She was grandma to four great-grandchildren and a dearly loved aunt to many nieces and nephews.

Mildred lived her life in service to her Lord, and her optimism and compassion were the marks she left on everyone she touched.&nbsp; Her faithful devotion to God and her family is surely rewarded as she moves on from this life.

Memorial services will be held at Old Mission-Heritage Funeral Home ( date and time to be announced) and she will be interred at Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.

Mildred June Griffin, 91, passed away May 19, in Bedford, Texas.&nbsp; She was born to Amos Robert and Hazel Nadine ( French) Jantz on April 5, 1931, in Montezuma, and was a long-time resident of Hutchinson, ( 1942-2007).&nbsp; She married John Ollie Griffin on August 7, 1954.&nbsp; he preceded her in death.Mildred was a registered nurse for more than four decades, serving first at Grace Hospital in Hutchinson, then with Hutchinson Hospital.&nbsp; She bore five children, two of whom preceded her in death, Stuart Allen Griffin and Beverly Dawn Weesner.Surviving are Robert Bruce ( Nancy Jane) Griffin of Florida, Patricia Louise Kelly of Colorado, and Elaine Rene ( David) Plybon of Texas, along with grandchildren Valarie ( Tom) Wise of California, Justin Deckness of Kansas, Eric Kelly of Missouri, Cassondra Plybon, Rene Griffin, Trevor Plybon, Anthony (Victoria) Griffin, and Nathan Griffin, all of Texas, and siblings, Myrna Moore, Juanita Carmichael, both of Kansas, and Marvin Jantz of Colorado.&nbsp; She was grandma to four great-grandchildren and a dearly loved aunt to many nieces and nephews.Mildred lived her life in service to her Lord, and her optimism and compassion were the marks she left on everyone she touched.&nbsp; Her faithful devotion to God and her family is surely rewarded as she moves on from this life.Memorial services will be held at Old Mission-Heritage Funeral Home ( date and time to be announced) and she will be interred at Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.

Mildred June Griffin |1931-2022|  

Ivan Lamar White, 82, of Hesston, passed away Sunday, May 22, 2022 at Schowalter Villa.&nbsp; He was born December 7, 1939 in Newton, the son of Allen A. and Edna (Horst) White.&nbsp; Ivan grew up in Wichita and near Peabody.

He graduated from Hesston College High School with the class of 1958.&nbsp; Ivan later attended Hesston College for two years and then attended Bethel College in North Newton, where he graduated from in 1967.

He was united in marriage to Twyla Fae Selzer on September 8, 1962.

Ivan owned and operated White Oak Enterprises, where he worked in residential carpentry in Hesston, Newton and Elbing.&nbsp; For 15 years, he taught Industrial Arts at Berean Academy in Elbing.

He was a member of Whitestone Mennonite Church in Hesston.&nbsp; Ivan and Twyla volunteered at Rocky Mountain Mennonite Camp in Divide, Colorado.&nbsp; They also helped with Mennonite Disaster Services (MDS).

Ivan is survived by his wife, Twyla of Hesston; son, Bruce (Melody) White of Palisade, CO; daughter, Gwen White of Greenwood, IN; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; four brothers, Don (Betty) White of Washington, D.C., Roger (Sherry) White of Hesston, Darwin (Theresa) White of Troy, AL, and Virgil (Diane) White of Hesston; and sister, Coleen White of Hesston.

Cremation is planned and a celebration of life service will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 25, 2022 at Whitestone Mennonite Church, Hesston.&nbsp; Following the service, a meal will be provided at the church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ivan Lamar White, 82, of Hesston, passed away Sunday, May 22, 2022 at Schowalter Villa.&nbsp; He was born December 7, 1939 in Newton, the son of Allen A. and Edna (Horst) White.&nbsp; Ivan grew up in Wichita and near Peabody.He graduated from Hesston College High School with the class of 1958.&nbsp; Ivan later attended Hesston College for two years and then attended Bethel College in North Newton, where he graduated from in 1967.He was united in marriage to Twyla Fae Selzer on September 8, 1962.Ivan owned and operated White Oak Enterprises, where he worked in residential carpentry in Hesston, Newton and Elbing.&nbsp; For 15 years, he taught Industrial Arts at Berean Academy in Elbing.He was a member of Whitestone Mennonite Church in Hesston.&nbsp; Ivan and Twyla volunteered at Rocky Mountain Mennonite Camp in Divide, Colorado.&nbsp; They also helped with Mennonite Disaster Services (MDS).Ivan is survived by his wife, Twyla of Hesston; son, Bruce (Melody) White of Palisade, CO; daughter, Gwen White of Greenwood, IN; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; four brothers, Don (Betty) White of Washington, D.C., Roger (Sherry) White of Hesston, Darwin (Theresa) White of Troy, AL, and Virgil (Diane) White of Hesston; and sister, Coleen White of Hesston.He was preceded in death by his parents.Cremation is planned and a celebration of life service will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 25, 2022 at Whitestone Mennonite Church, Hesston.&nbsp; Following the service, a meal will be provided at the church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ivan Lamar White |1939-2022|  

Kevin William Biles, 41, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at his home. He was born on March 26, 1981 in Pratt to William "Bill" and Jane (Gatz) Biles. Kevin graduated from Skyline High School in 1999. He was a member of Pratt Disc Golf Club and Green Valley Golf Course. He enjoyed golfing, playing disc golf and collecting vintage music records. He was a very outgoing and fun to be around. He is survived by his parents; daughters, Sydney Biles, Keni Donovan and Camrynn Holmes; sister, Kathryn (Logan) McAllister of Macksville; niece, Lakyn McAllister; nephew, Kole McAllister; and grandmother, Jessica Gatz of Pratt. Kevin is preceded in death by his grandparents, Jack Gatz and Arlie and Marie Biles. Visitation will be Wednesday, May 25, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 6-8 at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 26, 2022 at First United Methodist Church, Pratt with Reverend Nicole Schwartz-Eck presiding.

Kevin William Biles, 41, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at his home. He was born on March 26, 1981 in Pratt to William "Bill" and Jane (Gatz) Biles. Kevin graduated from Skyline High School in 1999. He was a member of Pratt Disc Golf Club and Green Valley Golf Course. He enjoyed golfing, playing disc golf and collecting vintage music records. He was a very outgoing and fun to be around. He is survived by his parents; daughters, Sydney Biles, Keni Donovan and Camrynn Holmes; sister, Kathryn (Logan) McAllister of Macksville; niece, Lakyn McAllister; nephew, Kole McAllister; and grandmother, Jessica Gatz of Pratt. Kevin is preceded in death by his grandparents, Jack Gatz and Arlie and Marie Biles. Visitation will be Wednesday, May 25, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 6-8 at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 26, 2022 at First United Methodist Church, Pratt with Reverend Nicole Schwartz-Eck presiding.

Kevin William Biles  |1981-2022|  

Isabella Stefanie Zeelie, 6-week-old infant of Divan Daniel and Emmalee Blake (Himmelwright) Zeelie passed away Monday, May 16, 2022 at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita. She was born on April 5, 2022 in Wichita. Isabella was born the middle triplet but was definitely the leader of the three, as well as the instigator. Though her time with her family was too short, she was very much cherished and loved by all. Isabella loved to be held and cuddled, especially by her big sisters Yanika and Esme'. She is survived by her parents; sisters, Yanika Blake Zeelie and Esme' Ane' Elizabeth Zeelie; brothers, Everett Daniel Zeelie and Emmett Jack Zeelie; grandparents, Christine and Blake Himmelwright of Pratt and Johanna "Babie" Stefanie and Daniel "Dennis" Johannes Zeelie of Cape Town, South Africa; great-grandmother, Suzanne Himmelwright of Belvedere, California; aunts, Pauline (Lucas) Horton of Leawood; Allison (Tyler) Hendrickson of Redding, California; Heather (Gus) McDonald of Austin, Texas; and Lucinda "Cindy" (Renier) Cronje' of Cape Town, South Africa; cousins, Xandre' Cronje', Janke Cronje', Clara Horton and Holden Hendrickson; and many other beloved family members. Isabella is preceded in death by her great-grandfather, Jack Himmelwright; great-grandparents, Claude and Martha Wolfe, James Sameul and Anna Carolina Petronella Smit and Daniel Johannes and Martha Catherina Zeelie. Cremation has taken place. Friends may sign the book at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt The family will have a private memorial service at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Isabella Stefanie Zeelie, 6-week-old infant of Divan Daniel and Emmalee Blake (Himmelwright) Zeelie passed away Monday, May 16, 2022 at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita. She was born on April 5, 2022 in Wichita. Isabella was born the middle triplet but was definitely the leader of the three, as well as the instigator. Though her time with her family was too short, she was very much cherished and loved by all. Isabella loved to be held and cuddled, especially by her big sisters Yanika and Esme'. She is survived by her parents; sisters, Yanika Blake Zeelie and Esme' Ane' Elizabeth Zeelie; brothers, Everett Daniel Zeelie and Emmett Jack Zeelie; grandparents, Christine and Blake Himmelwright of Pratt and Johanna "Babie" Stefanie and Daniel "Dennis" Johannes Zeelie of Cape Town, South Africa; great-grandmother, Suzanne Himmelwright of Belvedere, California; aunts, Pauline (Lucas) Horton of Leawood; Allison (Tyler) Hendrickson of Redding, California; Heather (Gus) McDonald of Austin, Texas; and Lucinda "Cindy" (Renier) Cronje' of Cape Town, South Africa; cousins, Xandre' Cronje', Janke Cronje', Clara Horton and Holden Hendrickson; and many other beloved family members. Isabella is preceded in death by her great-grandfather, Jack Himmelwright; great-grandparents, Claude and Martha Wolfe, James Sameul and Anna Carolina Petronella Smit and Daniel Johannes and Martha Catherina Zeelie. Cremation has taken place. Friends may sign the book at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt The family will have a private memorial service at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Isabella Stefanie Zeelie  |2022|  

Rebecca Lea Bazil, 50, passed away Saturday, May 14, 2022.&nbsp; She was born in Wichita, Kansas to Keith L. Bazil and Karen (Murphy) Bazil.&nbsp;She was a lifelong resident of Park City, attended Valley Center schools and was a graduate of Valley Center High School in the class of 1990. Rebecca was&nbsp; a loving mother to four beautiful children and was a waitress at Walt's Diner.

She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, was active in the community and always said her children were her life’s greatest accomplishments. She enjoyed being outdoors and fishing. She also loved Dr. Pepper. Preceded in death by her parents Keith and Karen Bazil, her sister Kathy Phillips, her uncle Howard “Gene” Bazil.

Rebecca is survived by her children Kyle (Katie) Nordick of Park City; Justin (Laura) Howard of Wichita; Meaghan Holden (Joshua Johnson), and Kaitlynne Holden both of Towanda; grandchildren, Karsyn Nordick, Carter Nordick, Camdyn Nordick, Kashly Nordick and Dean Johnson; sisters Deb (Jerry) Tudor and Shellie (Robert) Cross; nieces Stephanie (Michael) Golden; nephews Cody Steele, Jeremy (Nicole) Fowler,Clint Bazil, Alex Hardin; great nephew Levi Bazil; many other family and friends.

Rebecca Lea Bazil, 50, passed away Saturday, May 14, 2022.&nbsp; She was born in Wichita, Kansas to Keith L. Bazil and Karen (Murphy) Bazil.&nbsp;She was a lifelong resident of Park City, attended Valley Center schools and was a graduate of Valley Center High School in the class of 1990. Rebecca was&nbsp; a loving mother to four beautiful children and was a waitress at Walt's Diner.She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, was active in the community and always said her children were her life’s greatest accomplishments. She enjoyed being outdoors and fishing. She also loved Dr. Pepper. Preceded in death by her parents Keith and Karen Bazil, her sister Kathy Phillips, her uncle Howard “Gene” Bazil.Rebecca is survived by her children Kyle (Katie) Nordick of Park City; Justin (Laura) Howard of Wichita; Meaghan Holden (Joshua Johnson), and Kaitlynne Holden both of Towanda; grandchildren, Karsyn Nordick, Carter Nordick, Camdyn Nordick, Kashly Nordick and Dean Johnson; sisters Deb (Jerry) Tudor and Shellie (Robert) Cross; nieces Stephanie (Michael) Golden; nephews Cody Steele, Jeremy (Nicole) Fowler,Clint Bazil, Alex Hardin; great nephew Levi Bazil; many other family and friends.Private family services will be held.

Rebecca Lea Bazil  |2022|  

Gladys S. Naylor, 104, died peacefully on Monday, May 16, 2022, at The Cedars, McPherson.&nbsp; She was a high school teacher, Executive with Church Women United, and also was a Director with the YWCA.

Gladys was born on February 5, 1918, in Navarre, the daughter of Benjamin Hoover and Margaret (Hoffmann) Shank.&nbsp; On May 10, 1942, Gladys was united in marriage to Kurtis Friend Naylor in Navarre, Kansas.&nbsp; They were married 58 years before his passing on February 17, 2001.

She was a graduate of McPherson College and a member of the McPherson Church of the Brethren.

Survivors include: four daughters, Merylee Ortmayer of Lexington, Kentucky; Cherylin Peniston (W.J.) of Thornton, Colorado; Mariza Naylor of Alta Loma, California; and Illana Naylor (Richard Barrett) of Manassas, Virginia; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren: Beau Ortmayer of Chula Vista, California; Cody Ortmayer of Chula Vista, California; Erin Larkin (James Larkin) &nbsp;and Ava and Nate Larkin of Westminster, Colorado; Geoffry Tolmachoff (Brooke Tolmachoff) and Gretchen and Rhett Tolmachoff of Westminster, Colorado; Rianna Barrett (Chris Schatz) and Connor Schatz of Alexandria, Virginia; Benjamin Barrett of Manassas, Virginia; and Alisa Halferty (Ryan Halferty) and Owen and Dylan Halferty of Durham, North Carolina; and many extended family and friends.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Gladys S. Naylor, 104, died peacefully on Monday, May 16, 2022, at The Cedars, McPherson.&nbsp; She was a high school teacher, Executive with Church Women United, and also was a Director with the YWCA.Gladys was born on February 5, 1918, in Navarre, the daughter of Benjamin Hoover and Margaret (Hoffmann) Shank.&nbsp; On May 10, 1942, Gladys was united in marriage to Kurtis Friend Naylor in Navarre, Kansas.&nbsp; They were married 58 years before his passing on February 17, 2001.She was a graduate of McPherson College and a member of the McPherson Church of the Brethren.Survivors include: four daughters, Merylee Ortmayer of Lexington, Kentucky; Cherylin Peniston (W.J.) of Thornton, Colorado; Mariza Naylor of Alta Loma, California; and Illana Naylor (Richard Barrett) of Manassas, Virginia; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren: Beau Ortmayer of Chula Vista, California; Cody Ortmayer of Chula Vista, California; Erin Larkin (James Larkin) &nbsp;and Ava and Nate Larkin of Westminster, Colorado; Geoffry Tolmachoff (Brooke Tolmachoff) and Gretchen and Rhett Tolmachoff of Westminster, Colorado; Rianna Barrett (Chris Schatz) and Connor Schatz of Alexandria, Virginia; Benjamin Barrett of Manassas, Virginia; and Alisa Halferty (Ryan Halferty) and Owen and Dylan Halferty of Durham, North Carolina; and many extended family and friends.A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Gladys S. Naylor  |1918-2022|  

Eirving Eugene Rains, 80, of McPherson, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at 2:29 p.m., Saturday, May 21st, 2022 at his home. Eirv was born in Wallace, at his grandparents Locks' home, on July 22, 1941, a son to Mary Ruth (Lock) and Eldon Morris Rains. Eirv started grade school at Winona grade school, Winona, Kansas and finished grade school at Wallace, Kansas and graduated Wallace County Community High School, in Sharon Springs, in 1959. He honorably served in the U.S. Army as a SP4. He was stationed in Germany and with his mechanical abilities he was put in charge of the motor pool. Eirving Eugene Rains was united in marriage to Navene Neva Grund on June 27, 1965 at the Baptist Church in Sharon Springs. The young couple established their first home together in Wallace. This union was blessed with the birth of three children, two sons and one daughter, Keith, Kent, and Kerry. In the fall of 1971 the family moved to Sharon Springs, until 1999 when they moved to McPherson, Kansas. Eirv grew up around his Uncle George Lock's gas station and mechanic shop where he learned mechanic skills and later became a mechanic for the Ford Garage in Sharon Springs. After returning from the Army, Eirv went to work at the Cowles Motor Service in Sharon Springs for a couple years. He then decided to go to work for Navene's Uncle John Mather's auto parts store and gas station. After a couple years, John sold the business to Eirv and Navene in 1968. They owned and operated the business employing many family members until 1999 when he retired and sold the business to a nephew, Chance Rains. During this time Eirv also served as mayor for 16 years, an EMT for 20 years, as the Wesleyan Church treasurer and worked on building projects, was a member of the Chamber of Commerce serving in many capacities, and served on the Board of Education, all of Sharon Springs. Eirv attended the First United Methodist Church in McPherson. Eirv enjoyed his family especially his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and cats. He was a perfectionist and could fix anything and loved things clean. He enjoyed playing cards, board games, golf, and loved watching the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas Jayhawks basketball. He enjoyed rides in the country and telling the history of Wallace County with his family. His grandkids loved when Grandad would get the golf cart out and he would give them all rides and teach them to drive. He is survived by his loving and caring wife of over 56 years Navene Rains, of McPherson; his children, Keith Rains, and wife Teresa, of Little River, Kent Rains and wife Suzanne, of Lenexa, and Kerry Schrock and husband Sam, of Kearney, Nebraska; his siblings, Richard Rains, of Wallace, Becky Vincent and husband Tony, of Sharon Springs, George Rains and wife Debbie, of Wallace, and Gerald Rains and his wife Shirley, of Sharon Springs; his sister-in-law, Maxine Atkinson and her husband Gene, of Garden City; his seven grandchildren, Marci Boltz and husband Luke, Bronson Rains, Abigail Rains, Ethan Rains, Piper Schrock, Kade Schrock, Kit Schrock; his five great-grandchildren, Laetyn Boltz, Raif Boltz, Steelie Boltz, Ramsey Boltz, and Bret Boltz; many nephews, nieces, other relatives, and a host of friends. Eirving was preceded in death by his parents; his brother Allen; a sister-in-law, Pat Rains; a nephew Greg Rains and his wife Mel. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 26th, 2022 at First United Methodist Church in McPherson, Kansas with Deacon Jeanne Koontz officiating. Interment will be at the McPherson Cemetery McPherson. Military honors will be presented by members of the American Legion Post 24 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2715 both of McPherson with Taps being played by Mark Casebeer.

Eirving Eugene Rains, 80, of McPherson, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at 2:29 p.m., Saturday, May 21st, 2022 at his home. Eirv was born in Wallace, at his grandparents Locks' home, on July 22, 1941, a son to Mary Ruth (Lock) and Eldon Morris Rains. Eirv started grade school at Winona grade school, Winona, Kansas and finished grade school at Wallace, Kansas and graduated Wallace County Community High School, in Sharon Springs, in 1959. He honorably served in the U.S. Army as a SP4. He was stationed in Germany and with his mechanical abilities he was put in charge of the motor pool. Eirving Eugene Rains was united in marriage to Navene Neva Grund on June 27, 1965 at the Baptist Church in Sharon Springs. The young couple established their first home together in Wallace. This union was blessed with the birth of three children, two sons and one daughter, Keith, Kent, and Kerry. In the fall of 1971 the family moved to Sharon Springs, until 1999 when they moved to McPherson, Kansas. Eirv grew up around his Uncle George Lock's gas station and mechanic shop where he learned mechanic skills and later became a mechanic for the Ford Garage in Sharon Springs. After returning from the Army, Eirv went to work at the Cowles Motor Service in Sharon Springs for a couple years. He then decided to go to work for Navene's Uncle John Mather's auto parts store and gas station. After a couple years, John sold the business to Eirv and Navene in 1968. They owned and operated the business employing many family members until 1999 when he retired and sold the business to a nephew, Chance Rains. During this time Eirv also served as mayor for 16 years, an EMT for 20 years, as the Wesleyan Church treasurer and worked on building projects, was a member of the Chamber of Commerce serving in many capacities, and served on the Board of Education, all of Sharon Springs. Eirv attended the First United Methodist Church in McPherson. Eirv enjoyed his family especially his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and cats. He was a perfectionist and could fix anything and loved things clean. He enjoyed playing cards, board games, golf, and loved watching the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas Jayhawks basketball. He enjoyed rides in the country and telling the history of Wallace County with his family. His grandkids loved when Grandad would get the golf cart out and he would give them all rides and teach them to drive. He is survived by his loving and caring wife of over 56 years Navene Rains, of McPherson; his children, Keith Rains, and wife Teresa, of Little River, Kent Rains and wife Suzanne, of Lenexa, and Kerry Schrock and husband Sam, of Kearney, Nebraska; his siblings, Richard Rains, of Wallace, Becky Vincent and husband Tony, of Sharon Springs, George Rains and wife Debbie, of Wallace, and Gerald Rains and his wife Shirley, of Sharon Springs; his sister-in-law, Maxine Atkinson and her husband Gene, of Garden City; his seven grandchildren, Marci Boltz and husband Luke, Bronson Rains, Abigail Rains, Ethan Rains, Piper Schrock, Kade Schrock, Kit Schrock; his five great-grandchildren, Laetyn Boltz, Raif Boltz, Steelie Boltz, Ramsey Boltz, and Bret Boltz; many nephews, nieces, other relatives, and a host of friends. Eirving was preceded in death by his parents; his brother Allen; a sister-in-law, Pat Rains; a nephew Greg Rains and his wife Mel. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 26th, 2022 at First United Methodist Church in McPherson, Kansas with Deacon Jeanne Koontz officiating. Interment will be at the McPherson Cemetery McPherson. Military honors will be presented by members of the American Legion Post 24 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2715 both of McPherson with Taps being played by Mark Casebeer.

Eirving Eugene Rains  |1941-2022|  

Ingeburg Erika "Inge" Staedtler, 90, of McPherson, passed away with family by her side at 7:40 p.m., Friday, May 20th, 2022 at Cedars House 807, McPherson. Inge was born in Berlin, German on February 27, 1932, a daughter of Elli (Tiede) and Walter Franz Braun. She attended School in Berlin Germany and Poland. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church McPherson. Inge was a homemaker and she took great pride in providing for her family in this manner. Through the years she worked for McPherson Bank and Trust and worked her way up to Vice President of Tellers and later worked for Peoples Bank and Trust as a Teller until her retirement in April of 2019. Inge was united in marriage to Heinrich Albert "Henry" Staedtler on April 15, 1952 in Ansbach, Germany. The young couple were blessed with the birth of a son, Harold. Henry died on November 29, 2010. She is survived by her son, Harold Staedtler, of McPherson; two grandchildren, Hayley Balding and husband Adam and Lucas "Luc" Staedtler and wife Bergin; 4 great-grandchildren, Taytren Staedtler, Phoebe Staedtler, Tanner Staedtler and Atticus Balding; other relatives and a host of friends. Inge was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Elli Braun and her husband Henry. At this time there will be no services.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ingeburg Erika "Inge" Staedtler, 90, of McPherson, passed away with family by her side at 7:40 p.m., Friday, May 20th, 2022 at Cedars House 807, McPherson. Inge was born in Berlin, German on February 27, 1932, a daughter of Elli (Tiede) and Walter Franz Braun. She attended School in Berlin Germany and Poland. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church McPherson. Inge was a homemaker and she took great pride in providing for her family in this manner. Through the years she worked for McPherson Bank and Trust and worked her way up to Vice President of Tellers and later worked for Peoples Bank and Trust as a Teller until her retirement in April of 2019. Inge was united in marriage to Heinrich Albert "Henry" Staedtler on April 15, 1952 in Ansbach, Germany. The young couple were blessed with the birth of a son, Harold. Henry died on November 29, 2010. She is survived by her son, Harold Staedtler, of McPherson; two grandchildren, Hayley Balding and husband Adam and Lucas "Luc" Staedtler and wife Bergin; 4 great-grandchildren, Taytren Staedtler, Phoebe Staedtler, Tanner Staedtler and Atticus Balding; other relatives and a host of friends. Inge was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Elli Braun and her husband Henry. At this time there will be no services.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ingeburg Erika "Inge" Staedtler  |1932-2022|  

Mary Louise Bush, 81, a long-time Little River, resident, passed away May 21, 2022, at Chisolm Place Memory Care in Wichita. She was born May 24, 1940, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Helen Frances (Weygandt) and Joseph Aloyoius Cellucci. 

She moved to Little River in 1954 and graduated from Little River High School in 1958. She married Bryan Russell Bush on September 7, 1958, at the Methodist Church in Little River, and the couple lived and farmed south of town on the Bush Ranch for 60 years. Bryan preceded her in death on April 22, 2018. Mary was a member of the Midland Community United Church of Christ. In addition to working on the farm, she was a past school bus driver for USD#444. Her volunteer activities included the Sandstone Heights Nursing Home Board, Little River Community Library Board, Rice County FSA Board, Kansas Argi-Women, Women’s Fellowship and Sunday school teacher, and 4-H community and project leader. 

Survivors include her son, James (Deb) Bush, Beatrice, NE; daughter Deanna Bush, Andover; sister, Carolyn Curtis, Colorado Springs, CO; brother, John Cellucci, Modesto, CA; sister-in-law, Mary (Dick) Hysell, Lyons; grandchildren, Rachel (Eric) Black, Andover, Garrett Bush, Lincoln, NE, Katelyn (Gabe) Spurgeon, Baldwin City, Aaron (Sara) Bush, Omaha, NE, and Clare (Kaleb) Horne, Baldwin City; and 10 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, June 4, 2022, at the Midland Community United Church of Christ, rural Sterling, Kansas, with the Rev. Matt Perkins officiating.&nbsp;

Mary Louise Bush, 81, a long-time Little River, resident, passed away May 21, 2022, at Chisolm Place Memory Care in Wichita. She was born May 24, 1940, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Helen Frances (Weygandt) and Joseph Aloyoius Cellucci. She moved to Little River in 1954 and graduated from Little River High School in 1958. She married Bryan Russell Bush on September 7, 1958, at the Methodist Church in Little River, and the couple lived and farmed south of town on the Bush Ranch for 60 years. Bryan preceded her in death on April 22, 2018. Mary was a member of the Midland Community United Church of Christ. In addition to working on the farm, she was a past school bus driver for USD#444. Her volunteer activities included the Sandstone Heights Nursing Home Board, Little River Community Library Board, Rice County FSA Board, Kansas Argi-Women, Women’s Fellowship and Sunday school teacher, and 4-H community and project leader. Survivors include her son, James (Deb) Bush, Beatrice, NE; daughter Deanna Bush, Andover; sister, Carolyn Curtis, Colorado Springs, CO; brother, John Cellucci, Modesto, CA; sister-in-law, Mary (Dick) Hysell, Lyons; grandchildren, Rachel (Eric) Black, Andover, Garrett Bush, Lincoln, NE, Katelyn (Gabe) Spurgeon, Baldwin City, Aaron (Sara) Bush, Omaha, NE, and Clare (Kaleb) Horne, Baldwin City; and 10 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, June 4, 2022, at the Midland Community United Church of Christ, rural Sterling, Kansas, with the Rev. Matt Perkins officiating.&nbsp;

Mary Louise Bush  |1940-2022|  

Harry Lee Field, 73, died Friday, May 20, 2022, at Hospice House of Hutchinson. He was born September 22, 1948, in Hutchinson, to Orville L. and Esther I. (Reeves) Field.

Harry graduated from Buhler High School in 1966 and attended Hutchinson Junior College before enlisting in the United States Navy, serving from 1969-1972. He earned his bachelor’s degree in 1975 and master’s degree in 1977 from Kansas State University, and earned his Doctor of Education from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1985. Harry retired in 2013, after more than 26 years on the faculty of the Department of Agricultural Engineering at Oklahoma State University. He was a member of Union Valley Bible Church and involved in Boy Scouts of America and Exchange Club.

On July 31, 1976, Harry married Marsha K. Baugher, in Manhattan. They shared 45 years of marriage. She survives.

Also surviving are: his sons, Alex (Lauren) Field of Redwood City, CA, and Paul (Emily) Field of Aurora, CO; sisters, Mary (Stan) Barnes, Nancy Thomas, Cathy Hicks, Donna (Roy) Cummins; brothers, Glenn (Cheryl) Field, Dean (Peggy) Field; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Cremation has taken place. Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday and Monday at Elliott Mortuary. The family will receive friends from 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, May 23, 2022, at Union Valley Bible Church, 1916 E. 30th&nbsp;Ave., Hutchinson. Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at the church. The service will be livestreamed on the church website.

Harry Lee Field, 73, died Friday, May 20, 2022, at Hospice House of Hutchinson. He was born September 22, 1948, in Hutchinson, to Orville L. and Esther I. (Reeves) Field.Harry graduated from Buhler High School in 1966 and attended Hutchinson Junior College before enlisting in the United States Navy, serving from 1969-1972. He earned his bachelor’s degree in 1975 and master’s degree in 1977 from Kansas State University, and earned his Doctor of Education from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1985. Harry retired in 2013, after more than 26 years on the faculty of the Department of Agricultural Engineering at Oklahoma State University. He was a member of Union Valley Bible Church and involved in Boy Scouts of America and Exchange Club.On July 31, 1976, Harry married Marsha K. Baugher, in Manhattan. They shared 45 years of marriage. She survives.Also surviving are: his sons, Alex (Lauren) Field of Redwood City, CA, and Paul (Emily) Field of Aurora, CO; sisters, Mary (Stan) Barnes, Nancy Thomas, Cathy Hicks, Donna (Roy) Cummins; brothers, Glenn (Cheryl) Field, Dean (Peggy) Field; and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents.Cremation has taken place. Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday and Monday at Elliott Mortuary. The family will receive friends from 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, May 23, 2022, at Union Valley Bible Church, 1916 E. 30th&nbsp;Ave., Hutchinson. Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at the church. The service will be livestreamed on the church website.

Harry Lee Field  |1948-2022|  

Alice Jeanette Hartle, 80, passed away May 20, 2022, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, Buhler.&nbsp; She was born May 20, 1942, in Hutchinson, to Alva Leroy and Christina Dora (Wakefield) Johnston.

Alice was a 1960 graduate of St. Teresa High School, Hutchinson, KS, and 1986 graduate of McPherson School of Nursing, McPherson.&nbsp; She became a licensed practical nurse (LPN) because of the inspiration that she received when volunteering as a ‘Candy Striper’ during her teenage years.

Alice enjoyed fishing, quilting, crafts, cooking, scrapbooking, and was skilled in genealogy even before the implementation of electronic genealogy.&nbsp; She was a ‘master gardener’ and had a hand dug pond in her backyard that contained koi fish.&nbsp; Alice was funny, goofy, quirky, and her laughter was contagious.&nbsp; She was a caring person who took pride in doing respite foster care for many children.&nbsp; Alice held many titles in her lifetime, but the most treasured titles were wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend.

On August 10, 1985, she married Jack Arlen Hartle, in McPherson.&nbsp; They shared over 36 years of marriage.

Alice is survived by:&nbsp; her husband, Jack Hartle of Buhler; daughters, Julie Kitston and Suzy (Mark) Mattison, both of Hutchinson; stepsons, Alan Hartle of Florida and Jerod Hartle of Hutchinson; adopted son, Christopher (Kara) Hartle of Hutchinson; eleven grandchildren; thirty great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and siblings, Mary (Terry) McCoy and Russell (Jolene) Johnston.

She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; daughter, Glenna Mitchell; sister, Virginia Rife; and stepson, Gregory Hartle.

Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Thursday, May 26, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, with Father Matt Glazier officiating.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 25, 2022, with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; To view the funeral service online, the link will be available at the end of Alice's obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website on the day of the service beginning at 1:45 p.m.

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Alice Jeanette Hartle, 80, passed away May 20, 2022, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, Buhler.&nbsp; She was born May 20, 1942, in Hutchinson, to Alva Leroy and Christina Dora (Wakefield) Johnston.Alice was a 1960 graduate of St. Teresa High School, Hutchinson, KS, and 1986 graduate of McPherson School of Nursing, McPherson.&nbsp; She became a licensed practical nurse (LPN) because of the inspiration that she received when volunteering as a ‘Candy Striper’ during her teenage years.Alice enjoyed fishing, quilting, crafts, cooking, scrapbooking, and was skilled in genealogy even before the implementation of electronic genealogy.&nbsp; She was a ‘master gardener’ and had a hand dug pond in her backyard that contained koi fish.&nbsp; Alice was funny, goofy, quirky, and her laughter was contagious.&nbsp; She was a caring person who took pride in doing respite foster care for many children.&nbsp; Alice held many titles in her lifetime, but the most treasured titles were wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend.On August 10, 1985, she married Jack Arlen Hartle, in McPherson.&nbsp; They shared over 36 years of marriage.Alice is survived by:&nbsp; her husband, Jack Hartle of Buhler; daughters, Julie Kitston and Suzy (Mark) Mattison, both of Hutchinson; stepsons, Alan Hartle of Florida and Jerod Hartle of Hutchinson; adopted son, Christopher (Kara) Hartle of Hutchinson; eleven grandchildren; thirty great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and siblings, Mary (Terry) McCoy and Russell (Jolene) Johnston.She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; daughter, Glenna Mitchell; sister, Virginia Rife; and stepson, Gregory Hartle.Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Thursday, May 26, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, with Father Matt Glazier officiating.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 25, 2022, with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; To view the funeral service online, the link will be available at the end of Alice's obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website on the day of the service beginning at 1:45 p.m.<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1653246321185526">Click here to view the funeral service.</a>

Alice Jeanette Hartle  |1942-2022|  

Patricia Moore Weese, 80, died May 19, 2022, at her home. She was born May 10, 1942, in Hutchinson, to Bud and Virginia (Barrett) Moore.

Patricia, also known as Pat, worked at Coberly Drugs until her retirement. She loved sewing, painting, Bingo, and was an avid walker. Pat enjoyed socializing at the Delos V. Smith Senior Center and dances at the Moose Lodge. She was a member of Eastwood Church of Christ and loved her church family.

Pat is survived by: her sons, Richard Knapp of Hutchinson, Jon Knapp (Daria) of Elba, AL; grandson, Nicholas Knapp of Chicago, IL; brothers, Edward Moore (Lois), Jack Moore, all of Hutchinson, Larry Moore (Kathy) of Pretty Prairie; sister, Ann Canfield of Hutchinson; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; her beloved stepfather, Tony Canfield; and her beloved aunt, Dorothy Hollingsworth.

The family will receive friends from 12-2 p.m. Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary and graveside service will immediately follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, with Wayne DeWindt officiating.

Patricia Moore Weese, 80, died May 19, 2022, at her home. She was born May 10, 1942, in Hutchinson, to Bud and Virginia (Barrett) Moore.Patricia, also known as Pat, worked at Coberly Drugs until her retirement. She loved sewing, painting, Bingo, and was an avid walker. Pat enjoyed socializing at the Delos V. Smith Senior Center and dances at the Moose Lodge. She was a member of Eastwood Church of Christ and loved her church family.Pat is survived by: her sons, Richard Knapp of Hutchinson, Jon Knapp (Daria) of Elba, AL; grandson, Nicholas Knapp of Chicago, IL; brothers, Edward Moore (Lois), Jack Moore, all of Hutchinson, Larry Moore (Kathy) of Pretty Prairie; sister, Ann Canfield of Hutchinson; several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by: her parents; her beloved stepfather, Tony Canfield; and her beloved aunt, Dorothy Hollingsworth.The family will receive friends from 12-2 p.m. Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary and graveside service will immediately follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, with Wayne DeWindt officiating.

Patricia Moore Weese  |1942-2022|  

Mary Jane Henning, 77, passed away May 18, 2022, at The Cottages at Shawnee, Shawnee.&nbsp; She was born April 27, 1945, in Wichita, to Marvin Francis and Matilda Mary (Farmer) Harter.

Mary Jane married her husband Butch on January 23, 1965, in Wichita.&nbsp; They took up roots in Hutchinson, where they raised their family.&nbsp; Mary Jane was a devout Catholic and was very active in their church and community.&nbsp; She was an accomplished artist.&nbsp; You could always find her painting, felting wool, or sewing.&nbsp; Some annual favorites included handcrafted Christmas ornaments and a hand painted wooden ‘H’ that was handed out to Hutchinson High graduates.&nbsp; She was a skilled cook, loved to bake, garden, and ‘SHOP’.&nbsp; Mary Jane loved her family and was the happiest when she was alongside her husband Butch.&nbsp; They loved watching their boys and grandkids excel at sports.&nbsp; She also loved spending time with her grandkids building fairy houses, looking for heart-shaped rocks, painting ‘dude’ rocks, or just taking in nature.

Mary Jane’s devotion to her faith, family, and friends never left her memory and she could always recall every detail when reminiscing about the past.&nbsp; She had a quirky sense of humor and was generous and genuine.&nbsp; Mary Jane was very proud to be a Harter and had a great love for her mom, dad and siblings.&nbsp; She was always telling stories about her siblings and their families, and loved road tripping to Nebraska to see extended family.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mary Jane was proceeded in death by:&nbsp; her father and mother, Marvin and Maddy; and sister, Jeanne Gordon.

She is survived by:&nbsp; her husband Otto ‘Butch’ Henning; sons, Jeff and wife Michele, Corey and wife Vivian, and Casey and wife Amee; grandchildren, Katie and husband Kyle, Mackenzee and fiancé Dan, Jordan, Josey, Wyatt, Jayce, Mitchell, and Mindy; great-grandchildren, Carter and Cole; brother, Father Michael Harter; sister, Jodi; brother, Pat and wife Kathy; and sister, Theresa and husband Scott.

Parish Rosary will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at Church of the Holy Cross, 2631 Independence Road, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m. at the church, both officiated by Father Michael Harter.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Saint Louis Cemetery, Waterloo.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, May 23, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary.

Mary Jane Henning, 77, passed away May 18, 2022, at The Cottages at Shawnee, Shawnee.&nbsp; She was born April 27, 1945, in Wichita, to Marvin Francis and Matilda Mary (Farmer) Harter.Mary Jane married her husband Butch on January 23, 1965, in Wichita.&nbsp; They took up roots in Hutchinson, where they raised their family.&nbsp; Mary Jane was a devout Catholic and was very active in their church and community.&nbsp; She was an accomplished artist.&nbsp; You could always find her painting, felting wool, or sewing.&nbsp; Some annual favorites included handcrafted Christmas ornaments and a hand painted wooden ‘H’ that was handed out to Hutchinson High graduates.&nbsp; She was a skilled cook, loved to bake, garden, and ‘SHOP’.&nbsp; Mary Jane loved her family and was the happiest when she was alongside her husband Butch.&nbsp; They loved watching their boys and grandkids excel at sports.&nbsp; She also loved spending time with her grandkids building fairy houses, looking for heart-shaped rocks, painting ‘dude’ rocks, or just taking in nature.Mary Jane’s devotion to her faith, family, and friends never left her memory and she could always recall every detail when reminiscing about the past.&nbsp; She had a quirky sense of humor and was generous and genuine.&nbsp; Mary Jane was very proud to be a Harter and had a great love for her mom, dad and siblings.&nbsp; She was always telling stories about her siblings and their families, and loved road tripping to Nebraska to see extended family.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mary Jane was proceeded in death by:&nbsp; her father and mother, Marvin and Maddy; and sister, Jeanne Gordon.She is survived by:&nbsp; her husband Otto ‘Butch’ Henning; sons, Jeff and wife Michele, Corey and wife Vivian, and Casey and wife Amee; grandchildren, Katie and husband Kyle, Mackenzee and fiancé Dan, Jordan, Josey, Wyatt, Jayce, Mitchell, and Mindy; great-grandchildren, Carter and Cole; brother, Father Michael Harter; sister, Jodi; brother, Pat and wife Kathy; and sister, Theresa and husband Scott.Parish Rosary will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at Church of the Holy Cross, 2631 Independence Road, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m. at the church, both officiated by Father Michael Harter.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Saint Louis Cemetery, Waterloo.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, May 23, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary.

Mary Jane Henning  |1945-2022|  

Dana James Anderson, 49, passed away May 18, 2022 at Wesley
Medical Center, Wichita.&nbsp; He was born December
18, 1972 in Kingman, the son of David J. and Judy F. (Campbell) Anderson.

Dana graduated from Fairfield High School and graduated in
1991 and later received his welding certificate from Hutchinson Community
College.&nbsp; He was a welder for Superior
Boiler.&nbsp; On September 4, 2005, Dana
married Belinda Youngblood in Pratt.&nbsp;
They shared 16 years of marriage together.

Dana enjoyed fishing, going to the lease to ride go-carts
with his grandchildren, camping and barbecuing and he was an avid KU fan. Dana
was hard working and loved providing for his family.

He was preceded in death by his father, David Anderson.

Survivors include his mother, Judy Anderson; wife, Belinda
Anderson; one daughter, Kali (Jeremy) Gonzales; one step-daughter, Katie
Simpson; seven siblings, Wayne (Jeannie) Anderson, Rebecca Colbert, William
“Bill” Bailey III, Judi (Scott) Foster, JoeDee Bailey, Janet (Randy) Huitt, and
Jennifer (Joe) Perry; two grandchildren, Leon Huffman and MaKynzi Gonzales; one
step- grandchild, John D. MacAulay; and numerous loving nieces and nephews.

Per Dana’s wishes, cremation has taken
place.A memorial service will be Wednesday,
June 1, 2022 at 1 p.m. at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th
Ave. Hutchinson.Friends may sign the
book on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Dana James Anderson, 49, passed away May 18, 2022 at Wesley
Medical Center, Wichita.&nbsp; He was born December
18, 1972 in Kingman, the son of David J. and Judy F. (Campbell) Anderson.Dana graduated from Fairfield High School and graduated in
1991 and later received his welding certificate from Hutchinson Community
College.&nbsp; He was a welder for Superior
Boiler.&nbsp; On September 4, 2005, Dana
married Belinda Youngblood in Pratt.&nbsp;
They shared 16 years of marriage together.Dana enjoyed fishing, going to the lease to ride go-carts
with his grandchildren, camping and barbecuing and he was an avid KU fan. Dana
was hard working and loved providing for his family.He was preceded in death by his father, David Anderson.Survivors include his mother, Judy Anderson; wife, Belinda
Anderson; one daughter, Kali (Jeremy) Gonzales; one step-daughter, Katie
Simpson; seven siblings, Wayne (Jeannie) Anderson, Rebecca Colbert, William
“Bill” Bailey III, Judi (Scott) Foster, JoeDee Bailey, Janet (Randy) Huitt, and
Jennifer (Joe) Perry; two grandchildren, Leon Huffman and MaKynzi Gonzales; one
step- grandchild, John D. MacAulay; and numerous loving nieces and nephews.Per Dana’s wishes, cremation has taken
place.A memorial service will be Wednesday,
June 1, 2022 at 1 p.m. at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th
Ave. Hutchinson.Friends may sign the
book on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Dana James Anderson  |1972-2022| 

Donna Sue Willis, 89, died on Monday, May 16, 2022, at her residence in Newton. She was born in Kansas City, on March 16, 1933, the daughter of Louis and Edna Fosha.

On September 27, 1953, Donna was united in marriage to Melvin G. Willis, in Chanute.

Donna was a loving person who cared for, prayed for, and served other people, while leading many Bibles studies, conducting jail ministries, and participating in multiple activities in the church. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church. She enjoyed painting, arts and crafts, and flower arranging, while enjoying their outings in their NuWa Hitchhiker RV.

She is survived by her daughters, Sherida (Mark) Gray, Diana (Herbert) Swender; two sons, David (Debbie) Willis, Rex (Sheryl) Willis, 18 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin, in 2014, and her parents.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 23, 2022, at 11 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Chanute.

Donna Sue Willis, 89, died on Monday, May 16, 2022, at her residence in Newton. She was born in Kansas City, on March 16, 1933, the daughter of Louis and Edna Fosha.On September 27, 1953, Donna was united in marriage to Melvin G. Willis, in Chanute.Donna was a loving person who cared for, prayed for, and served other people, while leading many Bibles studies, conducting jail ministries, and participating in multiple activities in the church. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church. She enjoyed painting, arts and crafts, and flower arranging, while enjoying their outings in their NuWa Hitchhiker RV.She is survived by her daughters, Sherida (Mark) Gray, Diana (Herbert) Swender; two sons, David (Debbie) Willis, Rex (Sheryl) Willis, 18 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin, in 2014, and her parents.A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 23, 2022, at 11 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Chanute.

Donna Sue Willis  |1933-2022|  

Alberta Mae Grosbach, 88, of Mcpherson, passed away at 8:35 pm, Wednesday, May 18th, 2022 at Cedars Health Care Center. Alberta was born in Quinter, on July 6, 1933, a daughter of Nora Ellen (Bowman) and Samuel Sylvester Ebbert. Alberta attended Quinter grade school and graduated from Quinter High School, Quinter in 1951. She then attended McPherson College and graduated with a Bachelors degree in Home Economics in 1955. She was a member of Enders Church of the Brethren, Enders, Nebraska. and in later years she was a member of Church of the Brethren in McPherson. Alberta enjoyed quilting, making sweet rolls, loved her church family and McPherson College, was very involved in Special Education and loved spending time with her friends and family. Alberta Mae Ebbert was united in marriage to Ronald Eugene Grosbach on Aug. 20, 1954 in Quinter, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in McPherson. In 1955 they established their home in Enders, Ne.. They farmed together there until 1988, when Ron passed away. The couple was blessed with the birth of 5 sons, Dale, Norman, Lyle, Roy and Gary. Alberta continued to reside in Enders until she retired to McPherson in 2017. She is survived by her children, Dale Grosbach and his wife Deborah, of Gladstone, Missouri, Norman Grosbach and his wife Alice, of Gilbert, Arizona, Lyle Grosbach and his wife Cynthia, of Rochester, Minnesota, Roy Grosbach and his wife Betty Jo, of Evergreen, Colorado and Gary Grosbach, of McCook, Nebraska. She is also survived by her 11 grandchildren, Bryan, Alan, Melanie, Daniel, Jennifer, Adam, Andrew, Matthew, Nora, Olivia and Paula and 4 great grandchildren, Galina, Emma, Hazel and Lily. Alberta was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Kurtz, Bernard and Charles and her sister Bernadine. Services will be at a later date.

Alberta Mae Grosbach, 88, of Mcpherson, passed away at 8:35 pm, Wednesday, May 18th, 2022 at Cedars Health Care Center. Alberta was born in Quinter, on July 6, 1933, a daughter of Nora Ellen (Bowman) and Samuel Sylvester Ebbert. Alberta attended Quinter grade school and graduated from Quinter High School, Quinter in 1951. She then attended McPherson College and graduated with a Bachelors degree in Home Economics in 1955. She was a member of Enders Church of the Brethren, Enders, Nebraska. and in later years she was a member of Church of the Brethren in McPherson. Alberta enjoyed quilting, making sweet rolls, loved her church family and McPherson College, was very involved in Special Education and loved spending time with her friends and family. Alberta Mae Ebbert was united in marriage to Ronald Eugene Grosbach on Aug. 20, 1954 in Quinter, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in McPherson. In 1955 they established their home in Enders, Ne.. They farmed together there until 1988, when Ron passed away. The couple was blessed with the birth of 5 sons, Dale, Norman, Lyle, Roy and Gary. Alberta continued to reside in Enders until she retired to McPherson in 2017. She is survived by her children, Dale Grosbach and his wife Deborah, of Gladstone, Missouri, Norman Grosbach and his wife Alice, of Gilbert, Arizona, Lyle Grosbach and his wife Cynthia, of Rochester, Minnesota, Roy Grosbach and his wife Betty Jo, of Evergreen, Colorado and Gary Grosbach, of McCook, Nebraska. She is also survived by her 11 grandchildren, Bryan, Alan, Melanie, Daniel, Jennifer, Adam, Andrew, Matthew, Nora, Olivia and Paula and 4 great grandchildren, Galina, Emma, Hazel and Lily. Alberta was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Kurtz, Bernard and Charles and her sister Bernadine. Services will be at a later date.

Alberta Mae Grosbach  |1933-2022|  

Juanita Faye (Paden) Alpers, age 90, passed away on May 19, 2022 at Kenwood Plaza, St. John.  She was born on July 28, 1931 in Rural Macksville, the daughter of John W. and Linda (Suiter) Paden. 

 Juanita graduated from Hudson High School in 1949 where she was a cheerleader and played in the band.  She attended Hutchinson Junior College and Kansas State University.  She was a homemaker and past secretary of the Stafford County Extension Office, Secretary for the Dean of Women at Texas Western College in El Paso, TX., and secretary for the Hudson Attendance Center.  Her memberships include, Trinity United Church of Christ, later know as Trinity Community Church where she was in charge of the cradle roll for many years and also sang in the church choir, Trinity Women’s Club, I.Q. Club, past member of Hudson Sunshine EHU, Ho-Ne-Pa Cattlewomen and past Master Homemaker winner. 

 On Feb. 10, 1952, she married Marion Alpers on Feb. 10, 1952 at Holyrood, he survives.  Other survivors include a son, Kevin Jon (Barbara) Alpers, Hudson; a daughter, Janell Kay (Reuel) Foote, Hudson; a brother, Jerry (Kaye) Paden, Little River; 5 grandchildren, Joshua (Jenny) Foote, Tyler (Leah) Alpers, Tabra (Shawn) Ward, Derek (Emilee) Foote, Taci (Tyler) Axman; 18 great grandchildren, Elijah Foote, Kaden Foote, Traetyn Foote, Kynnidy Foote, Brittney Schrag, Baylee Schrag, Brayden Schrag, Braxton Alpers, Easton Alpers, Brecken Alpers, Ryer Ward, Bowen Ward, Kalla Foote, Kolson Foote, Kyson Foote, Liddy Axman, Maris Axman, Graham Axman. 

A public visitation/viewing will take place on Saturday, May 21, 2022 from 10:00 A.M. until 3:00 P.M., at the Minnis Chapel, St. John, with family present from 1:30 P.M. until 3:00 P.M.  Memorial service will be at 11:00 A.M., Monday, May 23, 2022 at the Trinity Community Church, Hudson, with Pastor Wade Russell presiding.  A private family inurnment service will take place in the Trinity Cemetery, Hudson.

Juanita Faye (Paden) Alpers, age 90, passed away on May 19, 2022 at Kenwood Plaza, St. John. She was born on July 28, 1931 in Rural Macksville, the daughter of John W. and Linda (Suiter) Paden. Juanita graduated from Hudson High School in 1949 where she was a cheerleader and played in the band. She attended Hutchinson Junior College and Kansas State University. She was a homemaker and past secretary of the Stafford County Extension Office, Secretary for the Dean of Women at Texas Western College in El Paso, TX., and secretary for the Hudson Attendance Center. Her memberships include, Trinity United Church of Christ, later know as Trinity Community Church where she was in charge of the cradle roll for many years and also sang in the church choir, Trinity Women’s Club, I.Q. Club, past member of Hudson Sunshine EHU, Ho-Ne-Pa Cattlewomen and past Master Homemaker winner. On Feb. 10, 1952, she married Marion Alpers on Feb. 10, 1952 at Holyrood, he survives. Other survivors include a son, Kevin Jon (Barbara) Alpers, Hudson; a daughter, Janell Kay (Reuel) Foote, Hudson; a brother, Jerry (Kaye) Paden, Little River; 5 grandchildren, Joshua (Jenny) Foote, Tyler (Leah) Alpers, Tabra (Shawn) Ward, Derek (Emilee) Foote, Taci (Tyler) Axman; 18 great grandchildren, Elijah Foote, Kaden Foote, Traetyn Foote, Kynnidy Foote, Brittney Schrag, Baylee Schrag, Brayden Schrag, Braxton Alpers, Easton Alpers, Brecken Alpers, Ryer Ward, Bowen Ward, Kalla Foote, Kolson Foote, Kyson Foote, Liddy Axman, Maris Axman, Graham Axman. A public visitation/viewing will take place on Saturday, May 21, 2022 from 10:00 A.M. until 3:00 P.M., at the Minnis Chapel, St. John, with family present from 1:30 P.M. until 3:00 P.M. Memorial service will be at 11:00 A.M., Monday, May 23, 2022 at the Trinity Community Church, Hudson, with Pastor Wade Russell presiding. A private family inurnment service will take place in the Trinity Cemetery, Hudson.

Juanita Faye (Paden) Alpers  |1931-2022|  

David A. Benson passed away May 18th, 2022 at the age of 77. He was born December 19, 1944 to George A. Benson and Mildred E. (Cunday) Benson in Hutchinson. On August 16th, 2008, he married Barbara A. (Harrison) Randolph at their home in rural Sterling. 

He worked at Krause Corp. for a total of 38 years, and was the “Manager of Manufacturing Services” which included Tool Design, Tool &amp; Die Shop, and Plant Engineering. Dave attended Hutchinson Community College and Pittsburg State. He served in the Kansas Air National Guard from 1966-1972 and retired as a Staff Sargent. Dave had many hobbies, some of which were: golf, archery hunting for deer and turkey, shooting, and his woodworking shop. After retiring from Krause at the end of 2009, he spent the next two years working with a group of volunteers creating what is now the “Studio 96/ Community Center” in Sterling. After completing that project late 2011, a small group started a 600 sq. ft. storage area in the west end of Studio 96 in late 2013. Dave was a member of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, the NRA, the “Pope and Young” archery organization, served on the board of the Sterling Country Club, and served on the board of the Studio 96. He attended Mitchell Methodist Church as a young man and Sterling First United Methodist after marriage to Barbara. 

Dave is survived by his wife, Barbara, a son, Darin A. Benson of Gardner; daughter, Kari L. (Benson) Aguirre and husband Joshua of Topeka; one granddaughter, Natasha Smith of El Salvador; also, stepson, Scott Randolph, wife Kristin, their children, Harrison, Addisyn, Jolie, and Quentin, stepdaughter Debra Randolph-Zwick and husband, Andy Zwick. Dave’s siblings are: Gary J. Benson, Wichita. Connie S. (Benson) Guthrie (deceased); Cheri L. (Benson) Jones (deceased) Hutchinson; and Marcia L. (Benson) Stowell, Olathe. 

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, May 23rd, 2022, at Sterling First United Methodist Church with Pastor Amy Foster officiating. Burial will follow at Sterling Community Cemetery and celebration of life and luncheon at Studio 96, Sterling, KS. Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m., Sunday, May 22nd, 2022 at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling, with family present from 5 to 7 p.m.&nbsp;

David A. Benson passed away May 18th, 2022 at the age of 77. He was born December 19, 1944 to George A. Benson and Mildred E. (Cunday) Benson in Hutchinson. On August 16th, 2008, he married Barbara A. (Harrison) Randolph at their home in rural Sterling. He worked at Krause Corp. for a total of 38 years, and was the “Manager of Manufacturing Services” which included Tool Design, Tool &amp; Die Shop, and Plant Engineering. Dave attended Hutchinson Community College and Pittsburg State. He served in the Kansas Air National Guard from 1966-1972 and retired as a Staff Sargent. Dave had many hobbies, some of which were: golf, archery hunting for deer and turkey, shooting, and his woodworking shop. After retiring from Krause at the end of 2009, he spent the next two years working with a group of volunteers creating what is now the “Studio 96/ Community Center” in Sterling. After completing that project late 2011, a small group started a 600 sq. ft. storage area in the west end of Studio 96 in late 2013. Dave was a member of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, the NRA, the “Pope and Young” archery organization, served on the board of the Sterling Country Club, and served on the board of the Studio 96. He attended Mitchell Methodist Church as a young man and Sterling First United Methodist after marriage to Barbara. Dave is survived by his wife, Barbara, a son, Darin A. Benson of Gardner; daughter, Kari L. (Benson) Aguirre and husband Joshua of Topeka; one granddaughter, Natasha Smith of El Salvador; also, stepson, Scott Randolph, wife Kristin, their children, Harrison, Addisyn, Jolie, and Quentin, stepdaughter Debra Randolph-Zwick and husband, Andy Zwick. Dave’s siblings are: Gary J. Benson, Wichita. Connie S. (Benson) Guthrie (deceased); Cheri L. (Benson) Jones (deceased) Hutchinson; and Marcia L. (Benson) Stowell, Olathe. Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, May 23rd, 2022, at Sterling First United Methodist Church with Pastor Amy Foster officiating. Burial will follow at Sterling Community Cemetery and celebration of life and luncheon at Studio 96, Sterling, KS. Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m., Sunday, May 22nd, 2022 at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling, with family present from 5 to 7 p.m.&nbsp;

David A. Benson  |1944-2022|  

Martha was born on October 3, 1920, in Gypsum, and passed away peacefully in beautiful, sunny Mesa, AZ at the age of 101 ½ on April 14, 2022.&nbsp; Martha married Glenn Henry Fransham on October 3, 1942, at the family farm in Gypsum.&nbsp; Martha was a homemaker, co-builder alongside her husband Glenn, with the construction of their home in North Wichita (having never obtained a loan of any type), gardener (fondly remembered for her delicious raspberry jelly), seamstress, etc. When she went to work outside of the home she worked for J.M.McDonalds, J.C.Penney's, various housekeeping jobs and Valley Center Elementary School kitchen staff, until the age of 90.&nbsp; She was an active member of the Valley Center First United Methodist Church for over 65 years. Martha and Glenn were married for 48 years, and she lived in the home that they built together for 67 years.

Martha was preceded in death by her&nbsp;Parents&nbsp;Charles &amp; Martha (Mortimer) Spellman,&nbsp;Brothers&nbsp;Rolla, Don &amp; Paul Spellman,&nbsp;Sister&nbsp;Alta Schwarz,&nbsp;Husband&nbsp;Glenn Fransham,&nbsp;Daughter&nbsp;Janet Emler,&nbsp;Grand-daughter&nbsp;Nanette Emler,&nbsp;Son-in-laws&nbsp;Jim Emler and Charles Kannady.

Martha is survived by her&nbsp;Daughters&nbsp;Linda Kannady of Marion, and Mesa, AZ; Mellodie Stratman (Monte) of Marana, AZ; and Jolene Roach (Jeff) of Edmond, OK.&nbsp;&nbsp;Grandchildren&nbsp;Janelle Wilson, Dirk Kannady (Tonya), Eric Kannady (Lindsey), Dax Kannady (Emily), Marc Stratman (Oana), Matt Stratman, Melissa Vandiver (Matthew), Jennifer McCoy and Jason Roach (Kim).&nbsp;&nbsp;Great-Grandchildren&nbsp;Christina Wilson, Susie Tenbrink (Nick), J.T. Wilson, Rylie Kannady, Avery Kannady, Gage Kannady, Caleb Vandiver, Jonah Vandiver, Joshua McCoy, Isaiah McCoy, Lucas Roach and&nbsp;Liliana Roach.&nbsp;Great-Great-Grandchild&nbsp;Rylynn DeMers Tenbrink.&nbsp; As well as a host of treasured nieces, nephews, other relatives, dear friends, neighbors, and acquaintances.

Martha's Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, June 3, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church, 560 N. Park, Valley Center, 67147.&nbsp; The Inurnment will be held privately.&nbsp; Live streaming will be available, please contact the church closer to service date for details.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Martha was born on October 3, 1920, in Gypsum, and passed away peacefully in beautiful, sunny Mesa, AZ at the age of 101 ½ on April 14, 2022.&nbsp; Martha married Glenn Henry Fransham on October 3, 1942, at the family farm in Gypsum.&nbsp; Martha was a homemaker, co-builder alongside her husband Glenn, with the construction of their home in North Wichita (having never obtained a loan of any type), gardener (fondly remembered for her delicious raspberry jelly), seamstress, etc. When she went to work outside of the home she worked for J.M.McDonalds, J.C.Penney's, various housekeeping jobs and Valley Center Elementary School kitchen staff, until the age of 90.&nbsp; She was an active member of the Valley Center First United Methodist Church for over 65 years. Martha and Glenn were married for 48 years, and she lived in the home that they built together for 67 years.Martha was preceded in death by her&nbsp;Parents&nbsp;Charles &amp; Martha (Mortimer) Spellman,&nbsp;Brothers&nbsp;Rolla, Don &amp; Paul Spellman,&nbsp;Sister&nbsp;Alta Schwarz,&nbsp;Husband&nbsp;Glenn Fransham,&nbsp;Daughter&nbsp;Janet Emler,&nbsp;Grand-daughter&nbsp;Nanette Emler,&nbsp;Son-in-laws&nbsp;Jim Emler and Charles Kannady.Martha is survived by her&nbsp;Daughters&nbsp;Linda Kannady of Marion, and Mesa, AZ; Mellodie Stratman (Monte) of Marana, AZ; and Jolene Roach (Jeff) of Edmond, OK.&nbsp;&nbsp;Grandchildren&nbsp;Janelle Wilson, Dirk Kannady (Tonya), Eric Kannady (Lindsey), Dax Kannady (Emily), Marc Stratman (Oana), Matt Stratman, Melissa Vandiver (Matthew), Jennifer McCoy and Jason Roach (Kim).&nbsp;&nbsp;Great-Grandchildren&nbsp;Christina Wilson, Susie Tenbrink (Nick), J.T. Wilson, Rylie Kannady, Avery Kannady, Gage Kannady, Caleb Vandiver, Jonah Vandiver, Joshua McCoy, Isaiah McCoy, Lucas Roach and&nbsp;Liliana Roach.&nbsp;Great-Great-Grandchild&nbsp;Rylynn DeMers Tenbrink.&nbsp; As well as a host of treasured nieces, nephews, other relatives, dear friends, neighbors, and acquaintances.Martha's Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, June 3, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church, 560 N. Park, Valley Center, 67147.&nbsp; The Inurnment will be held privately.&nbsp; Live streaming will be available, please contact the church closer to service date for details.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Martha Rosalene Fransham  |1920-2022|  

Toni L. Howell, 83, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at Hospice
House, Hutchinson.

Toni was born March 13, 1939, in Newton, the daughter of Clifford R. and Edith
D. (Anduss) Thomas.&nbsp; On August 20, 1956, she married Benjamin F. Howell in
Wichita, to this union they were blessed with four children, Chris, Jeff, David
and John.&nbsp; 

Toni was an avid reader, reading several books
weekly.She loved to garden, shop at
Walmart and record and watch soap operas.Her favorite days were when it rained.And rightly so, a thunderstorm occurred the morning of her passing.Her favorite thing, however, was spending
time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.Toni was a homemaker most of her life, but
also worked as a teacher’s aide for USD 311 and retired from USD 308 where she
a drove school bus.Toni was a member of
the Westside Baptist Church and Elmdale senior Center. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Arnette Peterman and two
brothers, Richard and Ron Thomas. 
Toni is survived by her husband, Benjamin; four children, Chris (Van Stewart)
Powell, Jeff Howell, David (Gidget Paris) Howell, and John (Michelle) Howell;
two brothers, Don (Nancy) Thomas and Jim (Teri) Thomas; six grandchildren, Jennifer
(Matt)&nbsp; Koontz, Ryan (Molly) Scott, Cody
(Heather) Howell, Dillon (Tana Cash) Howell, Kelsey (Tyler Harris) Howell, and
Cassidy (Dain Ellis) Howell; eleven great grandchildren, Caleb, Abby and Naomi
Koontz, Otto, Campbell, and Tolliver Scott, Hadley Howell, Gannon Ellis, Gavin
Cash, Jacob Harris, and Creede Taylor. 
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at Hutchinson
Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, with Pastor Tim Adrian
presiding.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book 9
a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday, May 23, 2022 and Tuesday, May 24, 2022.&nbsp; Burial
will take place in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Toni L. Howell, 83, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at Hospice
House, Hutchinson.Toni was born March 13, 1939, in Newton, the daughter of Clifford R. and Edith
D. (Anduss) Thomas.&nbsp; On August 20, 1956, she married Benjamin F. Howell in
Wichita, to this union they were blessed with four children, Chris, Jeff, David
and John.&nbsp; Toni was an avid reader, reading several books
weekly.She loved to garden, shop at
Walmart and record and watch soap operas.Her favorite days were when it rained.And rightly so, a thunderstorm occurred the morning of her passing.Her favorite thing, however, was spending
time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.Toni was a homemaker most of her life, but
also worked as a teacher’s aide for USD 311 and retired from USD 308 where she
a drove school bus.Toni was a member of
the Westside Baptist Church and Elmdale senior Center. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Arnette Peterman and two
brothers, Richard and Ron Thomas. 
Toni is survived by her husband, Benjamin; four children, Chris (Van Stewart)
Powell, Jeff Howell, David (Gidget Paris) Howell, and John (Michelle) Howell;
two brothers, Don (Nancy) Thomas and Jim (Teri) Thomas; six grandchildren, Jennifer
(Matt)&nbsp; Koontz, Ryan (Molly) Scott, Cody
(Heather) Howell, Dillon (Tana Cash) Howell, Kelsey (Tyler Harris) Howell, and
Cassidy (Dain Ellis) Howell; eleven great grandchildren, Caleb, Abby and Naomi
Koontz, Otto, Campbell, and Tolliver Scott, Hadley Howell, Gannon Ellis, Gavin
Cash, Jacob Harris, and Creede Taylor. 
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at Hutchinson
Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, with Pastor Tim Adrian
presiding.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book 9
a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday, May 23, 2022 and Tuesday, May 24, 2022.&nbsp; Burial
will take place in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Toni L. Howell  |1939-2022|

Nancy Hutton Hodges, 88, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at Salina Regional Health Center. She was born on August 16, 1933 in Lawrence, Kansas to Josephine Jacqmain and Paul Hutton.&nbsp; Her early years were spent on her grandfather Octave Jacqmain’s farm outside Fort Smith, Arkansas with her younger sister Jane.

Nancy graduated from Lawrence High School and the University of Kansas, where she competed in several varsity sports, winning the Hill Badminton Championship four straight years. She married Merle Alvadore Hodges in 1954 and they spent their early married life in Mobile, Alabama during his time in the USAF.

A Salina resident since 1966, Nancy was an active community volunteer, serving on many different boards and commissions.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was one of the founding members of Salina’s first daycare center, now the Salina Child Care Association; led the Saline County Humane Association and advocated for Salina’s first animal control ordinance; was an active member of the Saline County Democrats; and was appointed by former President Jimmy Carter to lead the state’s White House Conference on Families Year of the Child initiative.&nbsp; She was also a Sunday School teacher and Vestry member at Christ Cathedral; a competitive tennis player and USTA coach; a 2011 Women of Achievement honoree; a USD305 substitute teacher; and a longtime co-host of KSAL’s Friendly Fire.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 64 years, Merle A. Hodges; sister Jane Hutton Stievater and brother-in-law Robert; and daughter Dr. Melissa Ann Hodges.&nbsp; She is survived by her son Dr. Boo Hodges (Melissa Rose); granddaughter Elizabeth (Nicole) grandsons Matthew; Ted (Taylor); and Grant (Jillian); great-grandchildren Gage, Kai, Laiklyn, Eleanor and James; and her beloved pets.

A private graveside service will be held.&nbsp;

Nancy Hutton Hodges, 88, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at Salina Regional Health Center. She was born on August 16, 1933 in Lawrence, Kansas to Josephine Jacqmain and Paul Hutton.&nbsp; Her early years were spent on her grandfather Octave Jacqmain’s farm outside Fort Smith, Arkansas with her younger sister Jane.Nancy graduated from Lawrence High School and the University of Kansas, where she competed in several varsity sports, winning the Hill Badminton Championship four straight years. She married Merle Alvadore Hodges in 1954 and they spent their early married life in Mobile, Alabama during his time in the USAF.A Salina resident since 1966, Nancy was an active community volunteer, serving on many different boards and commissions.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was one of the founding members of Salina’s first daycare center, now the Salina Child Care Association; led the Saline County Humane Association and advocated for Salina’s first animal control ordinance; was an active member of the Saline County Democrats; and was appointed by former President Jimmy Carter to lead the state’s White House Conference on Families Year of the Child initiative.&nbsp; She was also a Sunday School teacher and Vestry member at Christ Cathedral; a competitive tennis player and USTA coach; a 2011 Women of Achievement honoree; a USD305 substitute teacher; and a longtime co-host of KSAL’s Friendly Fire.Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 64 years, Merle A. Hodges; sister Jane Hutton Stievater and brother-in-law Robert; and daughter Dr. Melissa Ann Hodges.&nbsp; She is survived by her son Dr. Boo Hodges (Melissa Rose); granddaughter Elizabeth (Nicole) grandsons Matthew; Ted (Taylor); and Grant (Jillian); great-grandchildren Gage, Kai, Laiklyn, Eleanor and James; and her beloved pets.A private graveside service will be held.&nbsp;

Nancy Hutton Hodges  |1933-2022|  

Ruth E. (McBride) Ryan, 98, passed away on May 12, 2022. She was the daughter of Hiram and Hazel (McEwing) McBride.

Ruth E. (McBride) Ryan, 98, passed away on May 12, 2022. She was the daughter of Hiram and Hazel (McEwing) McBride.

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